“This is a fantastic list that shows both the width and depth of our genre. It shows that Science Fiction and Fantasy are not static but continue to grow and change. We are truly blessed with a fantastic slate of finalists this year. That these authors came out as the winners, is a credit to both the strength of the slate itself and the individual authors, and I couldn’t be happier for you. Congratulations to you all.”
-John Scalzi
President
Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America

“While the Nebula Awards are voted on by the members of SFWA, before we were professional writers, each of us is a fan of the genre. The winners of the Nebulas represent not just a critical achievement, but also that these are all really good reads. I’m very proud of all of the recipients’ work.”
-Mary Robinette Kowal
Vice President
Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America.

THE NEBULA AWARD

The Nebula Awards® are voted on and presented by the active members of SFWA for outstanding science fiction and fantasy published in 2011. The awards were announced at the Nebula Awards® Banquet held at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia.

THE SOLSTICE AWARD

The Solstice Awards were created to acknowledge members who have had a significant impact on the science fiction and fantasy landscape. It is especially meant for those who have made a consistent, positive, major difference in the genre.

This year’s award was crafted by Mike Libby, of Insect Lab.

ABOUT SFWA

Founded in 1965 by the late Damon Knight, Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America brings together the most successful and daring writers of speculative fiction throughout the world.

Since its inception, SFWA® has grown in numbers and influence until it is now widely recognized as one of the most effective non-profit writers’ organizations in existence, boasting a membership of approximately 2,000 science fiction and fantasy writers as well as artists, editors and allied professionals. Each year the organization presents the prestigious Nebula Awards® for the year’s best literary and dramatic works of speculative fiction.